2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V50 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | V50 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
